Holy Family Catholic Primary School
102%
Capacity
214
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alexia Fox, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12187th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Family Catholic Primary School include Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Rounders, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Holy Family Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Netherton Road, Worksop, Bassetlaw, S80 2SF |
| Headteacher | Alexia Fox |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.9% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 210 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12187th of 13,686
Nationally
1186th of 1,353
In East Midlands
36th of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Netherton Road, Worksop
Bassetlaw, S80 2SF
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